Comments about our Original 4-Day Bath & Body Boot Camp
"All of the instructors at the Nova Studio are a wealth of information and give it freely. If they do not know they go the distance and find out! Love, love, love this stuff!" - Anonymous
"I really wanted to start my own bath and body business and thought this would be a good first step. I learned a lot! The boot camp is jam-packed full of information, and no time was wasted. It exceeded my expectations!" - Erin Williams
"Lori clearly loves what she does and loves to share her knowledge with others. This was a fantastic course that I highly recommend." - Teresa Derichsweiler
"The boot camp was full of step by step excellent instruction taught in a high energy atmosphere." - Tricia Browne
"I enjoyed the boot camp immensely. The studio is so cozy, everyone is friendly, and I was happy to experience it with a diverse group of people." - Anna Coyle
"The Nova Studio is an excellent place in beautiful Point Richmond offering some amazing classes! I loved the 4-day bath and body boot camp. It had a lot of useful information. The teachers are excellent, full of knowledge, and know how to make classes fun and informative. Thanks a lot Lori! I'll be back!" - Ruchika
"This was absolutely the best investment I've made for my business. The products were easy enough that I will actually add most of them to my product line. I loved the "all natural" goals! The instructors were very knowledgeable and attentive to ensure that all of our needs were met." - Beverly Brooks
"The Nova Studio is a giant gem in a little-bitty town. It is a much needed resource, and Lori could not be more thoughtful or accommodating. Point Richmond and the rest of us are lucky to have her!" - Sarah
"These four days mark a turning point in my life!" - Shirley Yi
“Thank you so much for giving us wonderful, rich and useful information! You are very blessed with such talents. It was well worth the cost of the boot camp. My husband and I are definitely coming back! You are not greedy to share all you know and answer every question we have. It was so fun and informative. It has opened new horizons for me. I went home with a smile on my face saying to myself, ‘Yes, I can do what I have been planning to do and I am confident now!’ Definitely I will tell others about you!” –Johanna (California)
"It was great meeting people and making connections from all over. I loved that we got to work together! Everyone was very giving in knowledge they already had. Lori's energy and excitement about every subject was amazing." - Anonymous
"Lori's organization, attention to detail, and through knowledge made the bootcamp worth my while. Her accessibility before, during, and after the boot camp is commendable." - Paula Vaden
"The boot camp is part cooking show, part science project, part career counseling, and part spa treatment. What a wonderful way to treat yourself so you can treat others!" - Carrie Rehak
"This Boot Camp went above and beyond my expectations! I am very pleased with what I received in proportion to what I paid. I flew out from Massachusetts and it was every bit worth it and then some. I can't say enough about what I learned, how it enhanced my business, and the added confidence it has given me! Thank you!" - Lisa Adams of Lisa's Handcrafted Soap (Massachusetts)
"The classes were all very informative, the instructors knowledgeable, and the information well planned. A lot of information is given in a perfect amount of time. This boot camp let me know that I can make so many products naturally, with confidence, and also take my business to the next level." - Therese (New York City)
"There's no way this amount of information could ever be portrayed effectively in a book or on a website. I enjoyed this boot camp and loved the hands on experience." - Yolanda Bell
"Thank you for being so generous with your knowledge, your time, and your energy!" - Michele Gaudette
“I just wanted to let you know that your intensive class was very inspiring! I have been curious about how to learn to make products for some time and have a very strong calling to the vegetarian/animal rights/cruelty free (no animal testing) way of life. I actually rescue puppies from the Caribbean and help with the local animal shelters. I have three dogs and one cat as my own pets. I’m a huge animal lover, obviously!! I also recently separated from my hubby (married 1.5 years but together 10 years) and WOW it was nice that you shared your personal situation with the class. It was a great time for me to dive into some new creations to life my spirit and learn something new. I love Point Richmond! I’m so glad I stumbled across you on the website, and had the experience of meeting a strong, independent, and awesome business owner and woman as yourself! You rock! Thanks, and I will definitely be coming back to learn more soon.” – Meghann (California)
"Lori has researched and tested all these procedures and she gives us an all around education on all the subjects. I learned so much from her, and I would recommend this boot camp to everyone!" - Cathy Brown
"What a fabulous class! Lori is the best kept secret in personal care classes!" - Feleciai Favroth
"Thank you for showing me how possible it is to make the products I love, only better! The boot camp was thorough, but gave the right amount of flexibility for me to create or expand my own products." - Kissa Powell
"I would recommend this boot camp not only for the novice, but for anyone who is interested in making their own products for commercial production and sales. This class prepares you for making your own products and having the confidence to take it further. Plus, it gives you a source list to help you find the resources you need! What a great class." - Elizabeth Inman
"The 4-Day Natural Boot Camp was amazing, it fully went over my expectations. I came from Puerto Rico and learned so much about everything! Both of the teachers are very knowledgeable and I am deeply grateful for all that I learned. I'm definitely coming back in the future. Thank you!" - Marisel Cardona
"Anyone interested in learning how to make their own products should take a class or the intensive workshops. I have been wanting to learn how to make my own products and now after taking the 2-day boot camp I have the knowledge and confidence to move forward with my plans." - S. Trout
"Lori's classes are the best. We are so lucky to have a place to learn how to make these products. People come from all over and it's fun to interact with each other." - Susan
“This intensive was so much fun. I felt so happy going home each evening with wonderful samples that will help me remember. The handouts are so good!” –Kalep Cotken (New Mexico)
"This intensive four day boot camp was extremely helpful and inspirational. It makes me want to take all the classes you offer, and open up a studio in my neck of the woods! Remember, there is only one Lori!" - Yvette Enciso
“I’m so glad you made the class size 14 so that I didn’t have to miss out on such a great experience! It exceeded my expectations in every way.” –Angelene Bonner (Illinois)
"This class was such a good experience! Joan put so much time into her presentation on packaging! She researched and collected, and there was so much helpful information in such a short time! And I was shocked that she just handed out all her sources for packaging in the handout! Wow! Good call on waiting to pass out the 26-page packet at the end of class! Joan is friendly, calm, and informed. What a great and valuable class! And Alice! This woman loves her natural ingredients! Her extensive knowledge base and travel experience is such a valuable asset in an instructor. I feel lucky to have taken a class from her! She's a great communicator and very enthusiastic. I really admired Lori, too. It's rare that I get to see a teacher comfortably admit any limitations. It made me feel secure that she would be honest with me! I can't imagine how much of her time and energy has been invested in her EO knowledge!" - Julie McFate
“What a wonderful class! I really enjoyed what I have learned. Lori is great!” –Anonymous
“This was even better than I thought it could be!” – Amy Zeldin (Georgia)
“What a wonderful four days! They were filled with great information, wonderful products and getting to know some great people with the same interests.” – Denise (California)
"Lori clearly loves what she does and loves to share her knowledge with others. This was a fantastic course that I highly recommend!." - Teresa Derichsweiler (California)
“The four day intensive is great for all who want to get valuable information and hands-on experience in making bath and beauty products. My instructor and peers were great. You’ll be impressed!” – Akili Moses Israel (California)
“I learned so much during these four days – it was money and time very well spent. The classes are informative and well presented, with enough humor and activity that there wasn’t a boring minute. The subjects are very well covered and I left feeling confident that I can make any of these products.” – Lori Jaeger (Minnesota)
“I didn’t know what to expect for the bath and body boot camp and once I entered The Nova Studio I was blown away. Lori goes above and beyond in her workshops on all levels: organization, information, cleanliness, professionalism, hands-on understanding, and (last but definitely not least) fun! Thank you Lori for having such a phenomenal studio with an open heart. It was a pleasure and I will be back with more people too!” – Meghann Pierce (California)
